Student Auditorium Worker (26-27)

Student workers (currently enrolled in Waller High School) will be assigned to work auditorium rentals, to run sound and lighting equipment.

Job Title: Auditorium- Student Worker

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Auditorium Manager

Pay: $10 per hour

Dept./School: Waller High School

Date Revised: 1/31/2025

Work Days: August 1, 2026-July 31, 2027, Based on Auditorium Rental Request

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Primary Purpose:

Qualifications: Responsible for assisting the Auditorium Manager with running audio/visual equipment as well as backstage work if needed. This position requires working on select nights and weekends, as scheduled.

Education/Certification:

• Current student of Waller ISD
• 16 yrs or older
• Clear and valid driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Skill in lighting and sound equipment and working live events: organization, and attention to detail.
• Skill in computer systems as they relate to lighting and sound equipment use.
• Skill in operating the fly system and the understanding of safety measures when they are operating.
• Skill in front of house and backstage communication and organization.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience that will ensure a positive experience for the client.

Experience:

• Current or former students in Theatre Production and/or Technical Theatre classes at Waller High School (must be an active/enrolled student at WHS).
• Experience required in stage management, light board operation, sound board operation, front of house management, and/or stage rigging.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Help prepare the Performing Arts Center or Auditorium for outside entities'' performances by setting and focusing lights, setting up the sound system, programming lighting computers to ensure proper timing of light cues, hanging drops and other flown items.
• Assist with the operation of sound, lighting and backstage equipment during auditorium use by private rental organizations or other non theatre WallerISD organizations.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance for scheduled events.
• Able to work together and problem solve with a group of people to provide a positive client experience.

Other

• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Provide reliable transportation to and from events.
• Other job duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard theatre equipment, including light and sound boards, rigging systems, comm systems. Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals

• Posture: Prolonged sitting, Prolonged walking, Prolonged standing

• Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse

• Lifting: Occasional lifting and carrying of sets. Occasional pulling/lifting or stage rigging lines.

• Environment: Work is primarily performed in the Waller High School Auditorium environment; occasional prolonged and irregular hours

• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.